What it usually is
- Uneven tire pressure or a tire pullingmost common
Check pressures first; swap the front tires side to side and see if the pull changes.
Fix: Tire Rotation & Flat Repair → - Dragging brake calipercommon
Pull that's worse when braking, hot wheel.
Fix: Brake Caliper Replacement → - Worn tie rod or ball jointcommon
Wandering plus pull, uneven tire wear.
Fix: Tie Rod Replacement → - Alignment out of speccommon
After a pothole or curb hit. Shop alignment needed once worn parts are replaced.
Fix: Control Arms & Ball Joints →
What to do right now
- Set all tires to the door-jamb pressure and re-test.
- Note whether the pull is constant or only when braking.
- Get worn parts replaced before paying for an alignment.
How a mobile mechanic handles it
We come to where the car is — that's the whole point when it's a car pulls to one side situation. We diagnose with a professional scan tool and proper testing, tell you what's wrong and what it costs, and fix it on site when parts allow. Most of these are single-visit repairs in your driveway.
FAQ
Common questions
Do you do alignments?
No, alignments need a rack. We replace the worn parts that make alignments fail, then send you to a shop we trust for the alignment itself.